New Political Era Begins in Tamil Nadu as C. Joseph Vijay Takes Charge as Chief Minister
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Dated 10th May 2026
News By Dr. B R Abdul Wajid
Editor in Chief
Chennai | A new political chapter began in Tamil Nadu as C. Joseph Vijay, Chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), took oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu during a grand swearing-in ceremony held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Tamil Nadu. Thousands of emotionally charged supporters cheered for their beloved “Thalapathy” as he assumed the State’s top political office.
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The new government led by Vijay enjoys the support of 120 MLAs, crossing the required majority mark of 118 seats in the Assembly. Important support came from Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), both extending unconditional support with two MLAs each. Earlier, support from Indian National Congress, Communist Party of India and Communist Party of India (Marxist) helped TVK comfortably cross the majority mark.
Political observers are calling this a historic development as Vijay’s government becomes the first non-DMK and non-AIADMK government in nearly 60 years in Tamil Nadu.
After taking oath, Chief Minister Vijay visited Fort St. George, where the Secretariat and Chief Minister’s office are located, and officially took charge by signing important government files. In his address after the ceremony, Chief Minister Vijay assured the people that his government would provide smooth, honest and transparent governance for all sections of society.
Among the first important decisions signed by the new Chief Minister were files related to providing 200 units of free electricity, creating a special unit for women’s safety and establishing a dedicated unit to tackle drug smuggling in the State.
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In his message, Chief Minister Vijay thanked Rahul Gandhi for attending the ceremony and said, “My heartfelt thanks to the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Thiru Rahul Gandhi Ji, for gracing my swearing-in ceremony with his presence. Your support and kind wishes are truly appreciated as we embark on this journey to serve the people.”
In his congratulatory message, Rahul Gandhi said, “Tamil Nadu has chosen. A new generation. A new voice. A new imagination. My good wishes to Thiru Vijay — may he fulfil the hopes of the people of Tamil Nadu.”
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Vijay and said, “Congratulations to Thiru C. Joseph Vijay on taking oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. Best wishes for his tenure ahead. The Central Government will keep working with the Tamil Nadu Government to improve the lives of people.”
Replying to Prime Minister Modi, Chief Minister Vijay expressed gratitude and stated that the welfare and progress of the people would remain the top priority of his government. He also said that his government looks forward to the support and cooperation of the Union Government for the continued growth and development of Tamil Nadu.
“Under the chairmanship of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru. C. Joseph Vijay, a review meeting on the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu was held today (10.5.2026) at the Chief Secretariat.” – Image Source : @CMOTamilnadu
“The swearing-in of C. Joseph Vijay as the new Chief Minister marks a historic turning point in the politics of Tamil Nadu. With promises of transparent governance, welfare measures and people-focused administration, the new government has raised fresh hopes among the people of the State. Supporters and political observers are now eagerly looking forward to how the Vijay-led government will shape the future development and progress of Tamil Nadu in the coming years”. ~ Dr. B R Abdul Wajid.
